2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
